1st prize at New Forest Show for environment themed stand

It certainly wasn't rubbish at our 'Live Smart Recycle Right' stand at this year's New Forest and Hampshire County Show (31 July, 1 and 2 August 2019).

Visitors to the brightly coloured and bustling marquee took part in games and activities including a giant jigsaw and fast-paced recycling sorter to learn ways to reduce, reuse and recycle.

There were prizes for the best recycling champions including a refillable aluminium water bottle and copies of Simon Chadwick's book 'The Rubbish Monster Thing'.

We were joined by Hampshire County Council, who explained to show-goers how to reduce food waste, ways to give your old household items another life, and how to start home composting.

Cllr Alison Hoare, our Portfolio Holder for the Environment said, "We chose to focus on waste and recycling this year as we know people are really keen to do their bit for the environment. We don't want people to be put off recycling because it is confusing. We want people to get the 'six in the sack' right, putting paper, card, tins, cans, aerosols, and plastic bottles in their clear sacks."

The stand won first place for best large stand from the Show organisers.

For tips and information on using less and recycling more, visit newforest.gov.uk/recycling and hants.gov.uk/smartliving